Irish Fest of the Fox Cities

About Us

Irish Fest of the Fox Cities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by volunteers and overseen by an independent Board of Directors. Our mission is to produce a wonderful, family-friendly festival that will help enhance the quality of life for our community, while promoting and educating our public on the Irish and Celtic Arts and Culture. This special event is dependent on our sponsors, our partners, our attendees and most importantly our volunteers! Thank you for helping us bring another amazing event to the Fox Cities!

2026 Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Mark Hudson (Festival Director) - Stoneridge Piggly Wiggly
John Hogerty (President) - Bergstrom Automotive
Daniel Flaherty (Vice President) - Godfrey & Kahn
Mark Fogarty (Treasurer) - Menasha Corporation
Tim Higgins (Secretary) - ChiRho Services

Board Members
Jason Delaney - Retired President, Ornua Ingredients
Dr. Mike Flood - Internal Medicine, Oneida Nation
Kevin Gilligan - KG Consulting
Tim Hanna - Former Mayor City of Appleton
Chris Higgins - St. Mary's Catholic Church
Shannon Kennedy - Community Volunteer
Marcus McGuire - Marcus McGuire Homes
Rep. Dave Murphy - State Assembly State of Wisconsin
Lynn Murphy - Allegiant Air
Martha Richey - CFO, Ornua Ingredients